Our Team
Athina Clickstein
Hairstylist/Salon owner
Meet Athina Clickstein, a seasoned hairstylist who has turned her lifelong dream into reality. Since 2002, she has been passionate about hairstyling, starting with friends' semi and prom hair before becoming a licensed cosmetologist. With over 16 years of experience, Athina specializes in styling brides, creating stunning looks that capture each individual's essence. Alongside her incredible team, Athina has mastered the art of making people look good and feel their absolute best in a comfortable, safe environment.
Beyond the salon, she's a devoted mom to her 6-year-old son and 16-year-old stepson, finding joy in their company alongside her three dogs and cherished plants. Athina's adventurous spirit extends to conquering 46 of New Hampshire's peaks, each exceeding 4,000 feet in elevation. With her unwavering passion and dedication, Athina continues to live her dream as a professional hairstylist, enriching the lives of her clients one stunning hairstyle at a time.
Casey Mucci
Hairstylist
Casey has been a vital part of Athina's Salon since December 2021, where she began as an assistant and swiftly transitioned to servicing clients for all haircare needs after obtaining her cosmetology license in May 2022. Under Athina's mentorship, Casey has honed her skills, attending various training sessions to stay abreast of industry trends and ensure top-notch client satisfaction.
With a background in education and human resources, including bachelor's and master's degrees in School Counseling from Merrimack College, Casey found her true passion in hairdressing and is dedicated to continuing her career in this field. Beyond the salon, Casey cherishes spending time with loved ones, planning her upcoming wedding, and exploring new destinations, especially Colorado, with her fiance's family and friends.
Brianna Arena
Hairstylist
Brianna has been with Athina's Salon since it opened in September of 2020. She got her cosmetology license at 18 years old and began working in the industry right out of high school. With 11 years behind the chair, she has loved growing as a stylist alongside Athina. Working here has been a dream made into reality for Brianna.
Outside of work, Brianna loves spending time with family and friends. She especially loves being a mom to her 1.5-year-old son and pup, Dakota.
Christine Rutledge
Lead Makeup Artist
Hi, I'm Christine. It all started with my Nana's lipstick. I couldn't wait to put lipstick on, just like Nana did. Now, with over 15 years of experience, I intend to continue my journey in the beauty world by making people feel beautiful from the inside out.